Mariyah
Meaning
modern respelling of Mariah, traditionally 'wished-for child' (from Miriam)
Popularity, 1890–2024
Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Mariyah peaked in the 2010s.
When you meet Mariyah
Most people given the name Mariyah in the United States are children or teenagers today. The name belongs to this generation.
Estimated from US Social Security birth registrations and typical lifespans; a rough guide, not a rule.
The Mariyah deep dive
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